Atty. Jonathan Edward Nelson

Atty. Jonathan Edward Nelson

Jonathan Edward Nelson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 7, litigation, class action and 5 other areas of law. Jonathan received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

Memphis Memphis 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Edward Nelson at a glance

Jonathan Edward Nelson is an Attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1987), Tennessee (2009), and Arkansas (2021). Educated at Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (—). Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan Edward Nelson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 7, litigation, class action and 5 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jonathan practices at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Edward Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Edward Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Jonathan Edward Nelson is one of 8,886 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jonathan Edward Nelson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Jonathan Edward Nelson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Class Action

Jonathan Edward Nelson is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jonathan Edward Nelson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Edward Nelson

Where is Jonathan Edward Nelson's law office located?
Jonathan Edward Nelson's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Bass, Berry & Sims PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Edward Nelson handle?
Jonathan Edward Nelson focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Jonathan Edward Nelson practiced law?
Jonathan Edward Nelson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jonathan Edward Nelson go to law school?
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How can I contact Jonathan Edward Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1987
Tennessee
Admitted: 2009
Arkansas
Admitted: 2021

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